The Manitowoc pilot. [volume] (Manitowoc, Wis.) 1859-1932, 1887-12-01
THx Manitovoc county board. as rule,

The Manitowoc county board, as rule, |
is composed of representative men, broad
in their views and though inclined to
economy as whole, never allow public
interests to suffer. The facility with
which the board dispatches business and
the readiness with which members ''see
point" creates a favorable impression
on the person present at session.
The chairman, James P. Nolan Of Maple
Grove, is one OF the members having the
largest experience. He is quite modest
man but well informed and reaches con-
illusions with almost intuitiye quickness.
His capacity for business is far above the
average and he is an excellent judge OF
men and measures. He is a most con-
scientiOus officer.
Fred Schuette is one of the members
who can ''think on their feet" His bus
mess training has made him direct, and
when he talks every one pays attention.
He never INDUCES in oratorical hourishes
and never fails to talk good sense. Heis
one of the few men who speak grammat-
icaIly correct without seeming to have
given critical study to language. There
are few boards which have members cap
able of analyzing subject as he can and
stating conclusions with such accuracy
and clearness.
Ferd. Ostenfeldt is one OF the old
hands. AS speaker he is almost classic
in his diction and speaks with the ease
OF a practiced orator. He is esteemed
highly by his associates. His break on
the "old soldier" matter was mistake of
Judgment, though he supported his posi-
ton with unusual ability.
Peter Johnston is one Of those rare
men who never allow personal matters to
influence their action on public affairs.
| He has been known to support men to
whom he was personally hostile because
| he approved of their course as officers
His official conduct is always just what
his conscience dictates and the only way
to win his support is to convince him.
He never acts on partial information but
always on conviction.
Jake Kestley always inspires confidence
as much by his good, honest face as by
his reputation for integrity. He forms
intelligent opinions on subjects and Is
not easily swerved from any position he
may take.
Jonas Gagnon is q man who works
quietly but effectively. Whatever mat
ter is confded to his care receives his
best efforts. He is very conscientious,
familiarizes himself with details and has
frank, manly way which makes friends.
Dan Tracy is one of the most pains
taking members of the board; he never
shirks work and is somewhat aggressive
in holding out for his opinions. He ID
watchful of public interests and there is
not a member of the board who does not
value him for his honesty Of purpose and
frankness.
Fred Swenson is one of the fathers
of the board, having had long service
He always knows the tendency OF meas
ure and his vote on subject is always
the result of careful deliberation.
Patrick Cahill is man whom you must
know to value at his proper worth. Very
unobtrusive he is man of most positive
convictions, and his opinions are based
upon careful examination. Cahill is 6
man who wears well and who is valued
highly when known.
There are few men who unite more
happily in themselves ability and mod
esty, than does John Murphy. What If
best and not what is popular is his guide
He never wastes time in idle argument
and is never misled by special pleas.
Ed. Miller is one OF the 'young fellows
and his face is letter of recommends
ton. lie is the best looking man on the
board and is as competent as he is good
looking.
Dan Bleser is man so full Of force
that you feel it in few minutes CONVEX
sation with him. While he is at work one
feels the influence of man of action.
Though Dan has good clerical ability it
is his cool judgment which brings him
most into notice.
Michael Cooney is a watchful member
and attends strictly to business. He is
outspoken and though young man,
takes quite an active part in the business
of the board.
John Boecher is sturdy in appearance
and strong in character. He never fall
tiers In anything he undertakes and has
more than the average allowance OF per-
severance.
August Goerbing is man of pleasing
personal appearance and an affable gen.
tleman. He is one of the few who remain
steadily in Manitowoc until the session
is completed
Peter Kaufman is one OF the new
men" but he is worker. Peter always
wants to understand everything in which
he takes part and always withholds his
opinions until he understands the subject.
John johnson of Gibson is one Of these
quiet men who are constantly gathering
information. He is plausible and can see
as far into matter as most men. He is
never idle and knows pretty readily what
he is doing.
Quincy Danforth is having his first ex-
perience as member of the county board
and he impresses his associates favorably.
John Ruchhoft is also novice in coun-
ty board matters, but is attentive to his
duties.
Henry Goedien is man whose suave
manners impresses every one favorably.
He has had legislative experience and
has served many terms on the board He